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Roland Rubix44 4x4 USB Audio Interface

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Roland Rubix44 4x4 USB Audio Interface
Key Features
  • 4 Inputs / 4 Outputs
  • 4 Low-Noise Mic Preamps, 48V Phantom
  • 2 x Hi-Z Inputs for Guitars
  • 24-Bit/192 kHz Resolution
The 4-in/4-out Rubix44 USB audio interface from Roland offers a balance of high-fidelity sound, solid build quality, compact size, and powerful features, which give you studio-grade performance just about anywhere you choose to record.
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Roland Rubix44 Overview

The 4-in/4-out Rubix44 USB audio interface from Roland offers a balance of high-fidelity sound, solid build quality, compact size, and powerful features, which give you studio-grade performance just about anywhere you choose to record.

The Rubix44 is equipped with four low-noise mic preamps and two Hi-Z jack inputs for guitars or other high-impedance sources. It supports audio resolution up to 24-bit/192 kHz and features class-compliant Mac and Windows drivers for low latency. Four individual balanced outputs give you additional options for routing audio to external gear or setting up a stage monitor.

The unit also features two hardware compressor/limiter to help ensure you capture a hot signal without clipping or unwanted distortion, and big level indicators that clearly show if a channel has incoming signal or if you're going to overload, critical for working in low-level light environments such as stages.

The Rubix44 is well equipped to meet the rigors of the road. Its sturdy and compact metal construction, extensive shielding, and ground lift effectively protect it against radio frequency interference and electrical hums, often found in live venues.

Connect your Rubix44 to an iPad, and using the software of your choice turn it into a compact system for on-location productions.

4-in/4-out USB audio interface
4 low-noise mic preamps with XLR-1/4" combo jacks
Two Hi-Z input for guitars and other high-impedance sources
MIDI In/Out ports
High-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz
Low-latency class-compliant drivers for Mac OS, Windows, and iPad
Hardware compressor/limiter
Big, easy-to-read indicators show vital information
Ground lifts for quiet operation in a variety of venues
Extensively shielded, low-noise design
Sturdy and compact metal construction
Includes six months of Roland CloudPro membership (free upon registration)
UPC: 761294508954

Roland Rubix44 Specs

Key Specs
Channels of I/O
4 Input / 4 Output
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
4
Analog Audio I/O
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic Input
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic/Line Input
4x 1/4" TRS Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
1x USB-B
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
General
Display
No
Channels of I/O
4 Input / 4 Output
Built-In DSP
Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
4
Built-In Microphone
No
Signal Processing
Pad
No
Gain/Trim Range
Line Inputs:
-44 to +4 dBu
Mic Inputs:
-60 to -12 dBu
High-Pass Filter
No
Solo/Mute
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic Input
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic/Line Input
4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection / USB
1x USB-B
Host Connection Protocol
USB 2.0
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input
1x DIN 5-Pin Output
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Maximum Input Level
Mic Inputs:
+2 dBu
Line Inputs:
+18 dBu
Headphone Output Power
20 mW per Channel into 47 Ohms
Impedance
Outputs:
2 Kilohms (Unbalanced)
Mic Inputs:
> 4 Kilohms (Balanced)
Line Inputs:
15 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs:
500 Kilohms
Headphone Outputs:
47 Ohms
Dynamic Range
A/D Converters:
104 dB
D/A Converters:
109 dB
THD+N
-94 dBu
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 to 192 kHz
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Computer: Windows 7 or Later / macOS 10.11 or Later
Mobile: iPadOS Only
Mobile Device Compatibility
iPad
iPhone
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
Physical
Dimensions
12.2 x 6.5 x 1.8" / 310 x 165 x 46 mm
Weight
3.9 lb / 1.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.1 x 9.7 x 5.4"

Roland Rubix44 Reviews

Rubix44 performance vs Volt476

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-05

I recently purchased the Roland Rubix44 interface because of the problems I have had with my current UA Volt 476 interface. I recently switched to the much smaller Volt 476 4x4 interface (from my 20 x 20 interface) so I could use a portable studio (via a laptop) away from my main recording studio in my home. Because i dedicate my studio for songwriting and small recording sessions only, most often I require no more than two/three open microphones at a time. As soon as I began working with the Volt 476 however, i immediately ran into a major problem which is now apparent in almost all other small interfaces as well.......the Volt 476, although it is a 4x4 interface, has only two XLR microphone inputs. AND.......when I need to run one microphone with 48v phantom power, along with one dynamic microphone, it cannot be done using the Volt 476 because BOTH XLR inputs receive phantom power when it is initiated. Yes, i could use an XLR to TRS adapter to use the TRS input 3 or 4, however i am then lacking their vintage preamp preset, as well as their built-in compressor. In comparing my Volt 476 to my new Rubix44, I now get FOUR real XLR channel inputs where I can use either XLR/TRS, or High-Z with the Rubix44. And when i need to use only one phantom powered microphone input and one non-powered microphone input, I simply use XLR input number One, and XLR input number Three. I do not have that luxury with the Volt 476 interface. In terms of performance, both interfaces have super mic preamps, both preamps have excellent compressor circuitry and sound...with the Rubix44 bettering the Volt 476 compressor because of it's compressor owning a blending/mix knob (The Volt 476 compressor can be only on or off). Both offer hard/soft knee compression, with the Rubix44 also offering a limiter as well. The Volt's vintage preamp EQ'd sound is a little soft and rolled off to my ears. In terms of comparing the Volt 476 and the Rubix44 microphone preamp quality, i find them equally superb, the transparency and dynamics are exceptional to any other interface regardless of cost that i have heard. Yet in terms of usage, i find the Rubix44 far better than the Volt 476, the Rubix44 has four useable XLR inputs rather than only two from the Volt 476. The phantom power of the Rubix44 has better flexibility in use because of the two extra XLR inputs. The compression unit of the Rubix44 has better flexibility and sounds better because of it's mix/blend knob. I also find the Rubix44 interface has a cleaner sounding and higher volume headphone amplifier than the Volt 476. In my limited time of using the Rubix44 so far, i would say hands down it is the best 4x4 interface in performance and function I have used so far.....yet the Rubix44 has been out for quite a while! It is indeed a sleeper, and should be rated far higher than just 5 stars, just in it's build quality alone! Partner it's build quality with it's excellent sound and function, the Rubix44 should get a 10star rating! One last note on the Volt 476 interface, if you are looking for true vintage mic preamp sound, I suggest looking into the Soyuz Launcher to use with your pet dynamic or ribbon vocal microphone. You will then realize what the term vintage microphone actually sounds like. I can only hear the term rolled-off in the sound of the Volt 476 vintage EQ preset button. Overall, I would take the Rubix44 as the better interface.

Excellent, overlooked audio interface

By Bradley
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-03-14

I am using this interface primarily to record 2 stereo pairs from my Elektron Octatrack and multitracking with Ableton Live and Adobe Audition. I'm monitoring on JBL LSR205s & KRK KNS8400s. The build quality of the interface is very nice and the knobs feel durable with no wobble and a good amount of rotation pressure that feels precise and smooth. I have am experiencing very low latency on OSX El Capitan and successfully multitracked into my iPad using Beatmaker. The compressors sounds nice, especially for the price range. I find them to be perfectly subtle; there to enhance your audio recording rather than act as an effect. I think that's a smart decision for an onboard compressor since you could get more dramatic, pumping, compression in your DAW if that's what you're going for. Overall I'm really happy with this interface. I could hardly find reviews of this line so hopefully this is helpful for anyone else looking at these.

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